FGCU has made a commitment to construct buildings that qualify for the LEED certification, an internationally recognized system that provides the framework for constructing an environmentally friendly building. Part of the certification is preferred parking for students who drive low-emission vehicles.… 9 Comments

Model United Nations is a registered student organization that aims to simulate the political aspects of the United Nations in an entertaining and educational manner. Members participate in activities that are similar to real intergovernmental conferences and learn skills such as negotiating, bargaining and communication.… 1 Comment

Daniel Langfelder, a sophomore majoring in psychology, died in his dorm in building "P" Tuesday night. A vigil will be held for Langfelder's family and friends at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, at the Chiki Hut in North Lake Village. Langfelder was found by his roommate and was not breathing. "EMT was unable to revive him," said Ken Schexnayder, assistant vice president for community relations. Emergency medical transportation, University Police and Lee County Majors Crime Crew responded. The cause of death has yet to be determined. This was Langfelder's first year at FGCU; he was a transfer student… 24 Comments

The social networking site Facebook has become a way of life among college students, and with it, membership to certain Facebook groups has become an increasingly popular trend. One relatively new Facebook group, FGCU Texts from Last Night, has been getting more and more attention as this semester has progressed.… 3 Comments

A bill will be presented to Senate in two weeks that would allow 16 students to travel to New Orleans, La. on an alternative Spring Break trip. If the bill passes, as is, the trip would be free for students. Student Government funding would pay about $400 a student.… 1 Comment

Students are being presented the opportunity to travel outside the country to intern for the One Laptop per Child program. OLPC's mission is to provide the world's most underprivileged children with low-cost, durable computers, called XO laptops. OLPC is offering internships to university students throughout America.… 1 Comment

You can now follow Eagle News through our applications. Get the latest updates on the stories we are covering along with staying up to date with all the news relating to FGCU. … 1 Comment

1)Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 1:23 p.m.: A complainant advised UPD that someone was having a seizure. Officers and emergency were notified, and the victim was transferred to Gulf Coast Hospital. The victim stated she didn't remember falling and seizing. 2)Tuesday, Jan.… Post the First Comment